"Conflict"

Does Britain share responsibility for the commencement of hostilities in 1914?

Does Britain share responsibility for the commencement of hostilities in 1914?
Simon Walker

Britain was certainly not innocent. Although it was not an overt aggressor in the run up to conflict, its policy of manipulation and inaction was very damaging. Britain may have not started the war but at the very least it did little to avoid it.

Modern Warfare: The Introduction of Predator Drones

Modern Warfare: The Introduction of Predator Drones
Joseph Morbi

Predator drones, first developed in 1995, have been widely utilised during the Global War on Terror due to their ability to provide surveillance and combat capabilities for a relatively low cost and without risk to the human operator.

Leopards Don’t Change Their Spots: Clausewitz in the 21st Century

Leopards Don’t Change Their Spots: Clausewitz in the 21st Century
Duncan Weaver

As war remains an act of force used to compel an enemy, Clausewitz’s principles continue to aid our understanding of strategy.

Securitisation of the Arctic Circle

Securitisation of the Arctic Circle
Peter Dawkins

In this essay I will be looking at the political causes for the increase of tension regarding relations for the states that border the Arctic Circle. I will be examining the relations between all eight countries, trying to establish through policy, press releases and other formats of documentation how a group of ‘Westernised’ countries are working to oppose the actions of Russia within the Arctic Circle.

How the Visual Arts Can Further the Cause of Human Rights

How the Visual Arts Can Further the Cause of Human Rights
Catherine Craven

Because the scale and intensity of human rights violations remains high, the UN has already acknowledge the importance of investing in development projects that can create long-term change by educating future generations to be imaginative and thoughtful in their problem-solving capabilities. Ultimately, we must believe in the power of art to change lives.

Faith-Based Diplomacy and the Case of Somalia

Faith-Based Diplomacy and the Case of Somalia
Luke M. Herrington

Traditional approaches to international relation, such as liberalism, realism, and realpolitik, have failed in Somalia. As policymakers determine what to do about Somalia, they should consider employing faith-based diplomacy jointly with traditional military operations and Track I diplomatic efforts.

A Critical Examination of the Role of Political Thought in the French Revolution

A Critical Examination of the Role of Political Thought in the French Revolution
Samuel Bullen

Political ideas played a large role in the French Revolution. However, it is impossible to say that it is the only, or indeed the major cause of any of the events that happened during that time. While politics did play a part that shouldn’t be underestimated, it was by no means the only factor in explaining the events of the French Revolution.

How did British colonial experiences shape the attitude towards the invasion of Iraq after 9/11?

How did British colonial experiences shape the attitude towards the invasion of Iraq after 9/11?
Adam Moreton

Since the occupation of Iraq, there have been significant improvements in the counterinsurgency strategy used primarily by the Americans. These have incorporated lessons learnt in British colonial experiences, such as the minimisation of the use of force.

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